UNICEF recruits 01 Supply Officer
Supply Officer, (NO-2), Fixed term, Yaounde, Cameroon #16188, Only for Cameroonian nationals
Job Number: 522799 | Vacancy Link
Locations: Africa: Cameroon
Work Type : Fixed Term Appointment
UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.
Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.
And we never give up.
For every child, [insert tagline]
Under the direct supervision of Supply/Logistics Specialist, the incumbent administers the supply operations of a relatively simple nature and limited impact, requiring basic professional technical expertise in support of operations and programme objectives.
How can you make a difference?
1. Provide rapid and relevant assistance and support to evolving supply needs and situations facing children and families, including emergency situations, with a priority on achieving value for money.
Support supply planning through coordination with Operations/Programme Sections. Provides technical support in preparation of appropriate documents, and input on specifications and supply arrangements, facilitating cost-effective efficient procurement in support of the country programme implementation.
Assist in the Country Programme strategy planning review to recommend on supply requirements and to provide support in the preparation of Plan of Operations and Plans of Action. Assist in the implementation of supply component of the Country Programme.
2. Implement sound, accurate supply management systems, procedures and documentation as well as regular, accurate reporting to maintain the highest level of integrity, standards and accountability.
Maintain effective working relations and contact with the Supply Division, Copenhagen, to confer on supply procurement and shipping policies and procedures. Advise the country office on policies and procedures impacting on offshore and local procurement and delivery. Maintain link with Copenhagen on transnational shipments, deliveries, claims and appropriateness of supplies.
Act on request as secretary and adviser to the CRC. Establish and maintain a system of contact with customs and port/airport authorities at national ports of entry on the clearance of UNICEF supplies, in keeping with established protocol. Contribute to the negotiation of standby agreements with relevant private business companies for country offices effective local procurement of supplies as well as for fielding of supply assistance to projects sites/End users.
Supervise the GS staff in preparation of appropriate documentation: cash and supply requisitions, purchase orders, CRC submissions etc.
Participate in the preparation/compilation of the supply status reports required for donor reports, budget reviews, programme analysis, annual reports, appeals, etc.
Regularly develop and communicate accurate inventory tracking, inventory aging and incoming supplies information.
3. Support UNICEF as well as Government capacity-building in order to enhance efficient, effective and timely supply delivery,
Plan, design and conduct training for UNICEF’s staff/consultants and counterparts in supply management, customs clearance, distribution and inventory of supplies and equipment in order to improve supply delivery.
Assists in the identification of training needs and plan training activities in supply administration for UNICEF’s staff/consultants and counterparts, to improve supply delivery.
4. Conduct and monitor effective procurement, local, regional and/or offshore, with a goal to attain lowest cost without sacrificing quality as applicable.
Undertake field visits to project sites and monitor inventory and supply inputs. Proposes corrective actions to improve logistical procedures.
Conduct local procurement through issuance of tenders, bid adjudication and contract management. Identify and recommend potential local suppliers. Maintain data on and evaluate local supply sources overall performance, (competitive pricing, product quality and timely delivery). Assess supply operations and control mechanisms and propose appropriate actions.
Monitor progress of offshore and/or regional procurement through regular contacts with the Action Office(s).
Communicate and report quality issues with respect to supplies and/or service agreements.
5. Collaboration and Partnership
Coordinate with the Programme Section on supply planning, providing technical support on procurement specifications and supply administration as well as providing advice on supply requirements in the development of the supply component of the Country Programme.
Provide advice to the Country Office, Government and implementing partners on offshore and/or local procurement policies and procedures, delivery and utilization of UNICEF supplies and equipment; coordinate with the Supply Division, Copenhagen, on supply policy and/or activities.
Team with the Programme Section and other members of the Operations Section to facilitate procurement as well as efficient customs clearance, storage and distribution of supplies and equipment.
Maintain partnership and collaborative relations with UNICEF, Government, UN, and bilateral counterparts in supply activities, including distribution, and monitoring supply inputs and inventory.
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
University degree in Business Administration, Management, International Economics, Engineering, International Development, Contract/commercial Law or in directly related areas of specialization, including credited courses in supply, logistics, purchasing or contracting. Or, a recognized qualification in procurement and contracting.
Educational qualification in relevant areas (Supplies operations/management, supply change management, etc.)
Two years of relevant professional work experience.
Both national or international work experience in supply, logistics, purchasing, contracting and administration and/or other related fields.
Work experience in emergency duty station.
Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.
Fluency in English and French language.
For every Child, you demonstrate…
UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
The competencies required for this post are….
View our competency framework at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
Remarks:
Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
Closing Date Sun Jun 09 2019 23:55:00 GMT+0100 (Afr. centrale Ouest)